You have to come. It is so amazing, I fell in love the first time I came here…and I’ve now just extended my visa. When you do come, message me. Would love to say hello (just don’t come during web summit – it is a mad house here then).

I’ve never tried any Lisbonese food! It looks so yummy. There’s a couple restaurants close by, I may try them and hopefully get a taste of Portugal. Granted it’s not the same however I think it’s a step closer.
The food that’s stood out for me the most is “La chat”
Hopefully in the near future I find myself close by.

Funny you mention cruises. I thought I would hate them, but I ended up loving them. When you do come back, check out Oasis. It’s a vegan restaurant in Lisbon very close to Gulbenkian museum. The food is quite good there. Lisbon is definitely not the friendliest city for those who are vegan, but there are some great places (and due to Portugal’s connection with India – some very good Indian restaurants that are vegan friendly)

They were seriously impressive…I walked home and I went to the gym for an hour and a half to burn off the calories, but I don’t regret one bite. Frankie is absolutely a must when it comes to places to eat in Lisbon!

YES! My Portuguese teacher is vegetarian and his girlfriend is Vegan. They’ve told me about a bunch of great places. There is one called Oasis that is wonderful and very close to Gulbenkian. Also, because Portugal had colonies in India, there are tons of delicious Indian places (most have great veg options). My fave is Jesus e Goes (the food is Goan and so good). Another vegetarian restaurant in Lisbon that is very good is Estamine Art Food Drink.

You’re absolutely right about eating healthy. I love to eat and that means sometimes I eat things like that hot dog with mac n cheese that I found at Charlie in Lisbon…but that’s why no matter where I travel I always join a gym…and Lisbon has a great set of gym options.

Wat a great list of restaurants! Am hoping to be in Lisbon early June. Am really interested in Portuguese food…. LOVE IT
The down side is we’ll be there probably two or three days then will head to Albufeira for two days before returning home.
Any suggestions fo authentic Home cooked type Portuguese food. Love bachalau and sardines. Lol!

OMG! Yes. The general rule here is that if it looks tiny & not fancy in the least, you will eat incredibly well. You’re coming in June and that is the best month if you love Sardines. It is the month of the celebration of Santo Antonio. The entire city is pretty much a party and there are grilled sardines everywhere. The 12th & 13th are the biggest parties in town. There is a place called O Aregos in the Santos-o-Velho neighborhood. That is about as authentic as it gets. I’d also recommend Cervejaria Ramiro, but it is becoming incredibly touristy. You really can’t go wrong with any of the local places. Do you know what neighborhood you are staying in? That will help me to give you some good recommendations.

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